How 007 Made Espresso with the La Pavoni Europiccola

Published: Oct 14, 2026 Author: World Gafei Last Updated: Oct/14/2026 199 views

Discover how James Bond brewed espresso in 1973 using the iconic La Pavoni Europiccola, a manual lever machine still cherished today.

Ever wondered how James Bond made his espresso in the 1973 film Live and Let Die? It’s not just a movie detail — it’s a full coffee setup moment. In his sleek apartment, 007 crafts a proper cup: grinding beans, tamping, pulling a shot with a lever machine, steaming milk, and serving it up while discussing espionage. The star of the scene? A rare, stylish piece of coffee equipment that still turns heads decades later.

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